Peliatan Village is very close to Ubud and if you intend to visit the monkey forest, the art market and other highlights of the area, you might want to consider adding this part of Bali to your itinerary too.
The most famous thing in Peliatan Village is the Peliatan Palace but there are plenty of other things to see and do in the area too.
Here’s what you need to know so you can plan your trip to Peliatan Village to get the most enjoyment out of it.
Where Is Peliatan Village?
The Peliatan Village is just outside of Ubud in the Gianyar Regency and it’s best known for the Peliatan Palace at its heart.
Address: F7J9+VP4, Peliatan, Ubud, Peliatan, Kec. Gianyar, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia
How To Get To Peliatan Village?
If you’re staying in Ubud, you can easily walk or take a Grab or Gojek to the village. From the beach towns of Canggu, Seminyak, Legian, Kuta, Uluwatu and Nusa Dua, you could also take a Grab or Gojek, it’s not that expensive.
However, if you want to see everything that the Gianyar Regency has to offer, then we’d recommend that you hire a car with a driver. This is only 500,000 IDR (about $35 USD or $50 AUD) for a day and means you can go anywhere you want to and on your own timetable.
When’s The Best Time To Visit Peliatan Village?
There’s no bad time of year to visit Bali and that also applies to this village near Ubud. In the rainy season, it might rain a little each day (though rarely all day – we get an average of 8 hours of sunshine a day in Bali during the wet season) and be a bit hotter and more humid than in the dry season.
It will be less busy in the wet season, apart from the Christmas to New Year period as this is the “off-season” in Bali.
However, this is a popular place with tourists and as with all popular sites in Bali and Ubud, we recommend that you get there as early in the day as possible.
Is There An Entrance Fee To Peliatan Village?
No. There’s no entrance fee to Peliatan Village and more surprisingly, there’s no entrance fee to the Peliatan Palace which is open to all tourists for free.
What To Expect At Peliatan Village?
The village itself is indistinguishable from the rest of Ubud and it’s a pleasant place for a walk packed with culture, temples, restaurants, etc. and often a lot of tourists too.
The big highlight here is the Peliatan Palace.
Peliatan Palace (Puri Peliatan)
Not to be confused with Ubud Palace, Peliatan Palace is another important destination in the spiritual heartland of the island of Bali.
It was built to protect the amulets and weapons of the Dalem Sukawati and to house the Peliatan Royal Family. It would have been constructed in the 17th century.
A small section of the palace and all the grounds are open for you to visit and the best way to get the most out of a trip here is to hire a local guide (it’s not expensive) so that they can fill you in on all the history and culture associated with the site.
You can also book a dinner and a barong dance performance in the evenings (a ticket is required for this unlike the dance performance at Ubud Palace).
The dancing is very good and the food isn’t bad with a wide range of Indonesian dishes served throughout the night to ensure guests get a chance to try everything.
Balinese clothing is available for hire at this site if you want some cool pictures of yourself in local dress.
If you’re really lucky, you may run into the king and his family who are kind and helpful. (To be fair “king” is now a ceremonial position – Indonesia is a republic).
You should be aware that in the high season, this place can be absolutely packed with tourists, so it’s a good idea to search for dates where there are fewer visitors if you can.
Where To Stay Near Peliatan Village?
Whether you want a luxury villa, one of the most amazing hotels in Ubud or somewhere with more reasonable prices but where you can still enjoy a site of tranquility near nature, there are plenty of places to stay in this part of Bali including:
Maya Ubud Resort & Spa – an elegant five-star hotel offering suites and villas to discerning tourists in Bali. It’s located within walking distance of Peliatan Village too.
Eden Estate Ubud – a hostel-style arrangement that often has free food for travellers in their dorm rooms. It’s an ideal spot for a solo tourist.
Tanah Gajah, a resort by Hadiprana – a very upscale 5-star resort in an absolutely gorgeous setting. It’s not cheap but you get a lot of bang for your buck here.
Ubud Dedari Villas – a solid 3-star hotel with one of the best breakfast menus that we’ve ever seen. There are some nice views from the balcony rooms too.
The Kayon Valley Resort – one of the highest-rated and most established resorts in Bali, the Kayon Valley never disappoints and it’s a great place for a honeymoon.
Where To Eat Near Peliatan Village?
This area is absolutely overloaded with restaurants and there are so many to choose from that we found it hard to narrow it down to a few favourites which include:
Watercress Ubud – an incredibly popular Ubud restaurant with an emphasis on healthy and tasty food. It’s one of our favourite restaurants in Ubud for brunch.
The Seeds of Life Cafe – plant-based eaters will love this raw food cafe with one of the best vegan chefs in Bali. If you want to try Balinese produce, you’re going to love this eatery.
Herb Library – an attractive health food restaurant that does an amazing raw pad Thai and an iced oat latte that’s out of this world.
The Orchid Duck – a fabulous and Instagram-worthy Japanese restaurant in the heart of Ubud. The service is amazing and their cocktails are even better!
Warung Mak Beng Ubud – a very popular warung for its famous local fish dish. They don’t serve anything else so only go if you’re in the mood for tasty fish.
Things To Do Near Peliatan Village
There’s much more to the surrounding area than rice fields and temples and you can enjoy some of these awesome places in Bali when you visit:
Ubud Monkey Forest
The Ubud Monkey Forest is Bali’s most famous monkey forest (yes, there’s more than one monkey forest in Bali) and the temple complex is quite lovely and home to many of the cheekiest Balinese monkeys around.
Ubud Palace (Puri Saren Agung)
Ubud Palace is another royal palace in the area and one of the most popular highlights of a culture tour of Ubud. If you want to hear gamelan music and see local dancing, this is a great place to go.
Agung Rai Museum
If you love art, this is one of the best museums in Bali and it’s located just a short walk away from the Peliatan Palace. Learn about the history of Balinese and Indonesian art and enjoy the sound of the drums played by their resident spiritual guru.
Setia Darma House of Mask and Puppets
A fascinating museum dedicated to puppets and masks from around the archipelago, not just Bali, and we think one of the most rewarding experiences in Ubud.
Museum Arkeologi
This archeology museum is absolutely awesome and it’s free to enter which is pretty unusual for Bali. Their collection of ancient sarcophagi is something to behold!
Gunung Kawi Temple Complex (The Ancient Valley of Kings)
This is a famous collection of temples and carvings in a valley among the rice fields and one of the more curious Balinese tourist attractions. Gunung Kawi is an unforgettable experience.
FAQs
How To Book A Holiday To See Peliatan Village?
We always recommend that if you want to visit Bali you book your hotels, flights, tours, etc. through the awesome Bali Res Centre.
That’s a specialist Balinese travel service based here in Bali committed to ensuring you get the best deals.
Final Thoughts On Peliatan Village
Peliatan Village on its own might not be worth a special visit but as it’s located within the greater town of Ubud most people won’t need to make a separate trip to this area.
If you love the culture of Bali then it’s a great place to learn more about the Balinese way of life and there are some amazing hotels, restaurants, etc. in the local area too.
Ubud is popular with the yoga-set but it’s much more than a hippy destination and if you want some intellectual stimulation on your holiday, a trip to Ubud and Peliatan Village should be high on your itinerary.
